{"product_id":"heavy-duty-vw-sedan-buggy-tow-bar-1-7-8-ball-receiver-00-3126-0","title":"EMPI Heavy-Duty Tow Bar | VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia \u0026 Thing | 1-7\/8\" Ball Receiver (00-3126-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Heavy-Duty Tow Bar — 1-7\/8\" Ball Receiver, VW Sedan \/ Buggy (00-3126-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEMPI Heavy-Duty Tow Bar\u003c\/b\u003e is a robust solution for flat-towing your classic VW Beetle, Karmann Ghia, or Thing. Precision-made from heavy-duty steel to strict O.E. standards, it comes with a \u003cb\u003e1-7\/8\" ball receiver\u003c\/b\u003e compatible with the smaller, standard hitch balls often used on vintage or compact tow vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is engineered for a \u003cb\u003estock-width front beam\u003c\/b\u003e (Link Pin or Ball Joint) and includes mounting pins and clips for a straightforward installation. Primarily designed for stock-height vehicles, it can accommodate some raised or lowered projects depending on ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Beetle (Standard):\u003c\/b\u003e 1946–1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Karmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1955–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Thing:\u003c\/b\u003e 1973–1975\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Does not fit Super Beetle models. Designed for stock-width Link Pin or Ball Joint front beams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI is a long-established manufacturer of air-cooled Volkswagen parts. This tow bar is made to O.E. standards from heavy-duty carbon steel for solid fitment and dependable transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact Coupler:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-7\/8\" ball receiver suits vintage and compact tow vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStock-Width Fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for Link Pin or Ball Joint front beams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady to Install:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes mounting pins and clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDurable Build:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty reinforced carbon steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy-duty reinforced carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReceiver Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-7\/8\" hitch ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Stock-width Link Pin or Ball Joint front beams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Mounting pins and clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-3126-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat size hitch ball does it use?\u003c\/b\u003e A standard 1-7\/8\" hitch ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhich front beam does it fit?\u003c\/b\u003e A stock-width Link Pin or Ball Joint front beam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWill it fit a Super Beetle?\u003c\/b\u003e No — it does not fit Super Beetle models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore for your classic VW: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-karmann-ghia\"\u003eVW Karmann Ghia\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/restoration-tools\"\u003eRestoration Tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44899055370355,"sku":"00-3126-0","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-3127-0-copy-500x358.jpg?v=1777255103","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/heavy-duty-vw-sedan-buggy-tow-bar-1-7-8-ball-receiver-00-3126-0","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}